STRATFORD.

Taranaki Daily News, 27 August 1917, Page 3

STRATFORD.

[All communications, letters, etc., left 1 with Mr. H. J. Hopkins, bookseller, will receive prompt attention.] JERSEY BREEDERS' ASSOCIATION. Stratford, Aug. 25. Air. Frank Ranford presided at the annual meeting of the Stratford branch 01' tile Jersey Dreaders' Association, held this afternoon. In reviewing the work of thi'. past, year, the chairman remarked that tin* balance-sheet for the iirst time in the history of the branch showed a email credit balance. Indications pointeo to the Association having a good year ahead. Efforts must be made to build up the membership and have the interests and objects of the Association kept continually before the public. Stratford was an ideal centre for the dairying industry of Taranaki, and the Jersey cow was essential in the effort of farmers to obtain the best results. There was no question that the Jersey was the dairyman's cow par excellence, as proved by tests. A farmer should insist on ascertaining the cost of production, as this was of vital interest in these days of high prices. The Association could always point with pride to the fact that the world's record for butter-fat produced by a 2-year-oid heifer of any breed had been by a New Zealand bred Jersey—the fine little heifer Mere, bred and owned by Mr. McRae, of Palmerston Xorth. Mr. Eanford next touched on the last annual meeting of delegates of the New Zealand Jersey Breeders' Association, held at Auckland, 6tating that the Taranaki remits aiming at alterations in certain of the articles were turned down by the council. He held the opinion that the Council had no right to over-rule authority, and anything of vital importance concerning the Association, upon which an expression of opinion had been asked, should most certainly be put into operation by the council, and not left to the council's discretion. In this connection he regretted to learn that some of their members, had taken umbrage at the council's attitude and had severed their membership, stating that in their opinion it was only a waste of time to hold meetings and prepare remits which were turned down by the council. He appealed to all to be loyal to the branch. He thanked them for electing him president, and concluded by expressing the wish that the ensuing twelve months would be pleasurable and profitable to members. Mention was made of the goon* work done by the secretary,. Mr. K. D. Stanley, and a motion by Mr. Tom Ranford, that the secretary's remuneration be increased by £5, will be considered at the next meeting in October. Four new members were accepted, a quantity of general business transacted, and the meeting then adjourned. GENERAL. Naturally the people of Stratford and district are more than pleased at the excellent results scored by the Highland Society on Friday and Saturday last week. In that connection mention should be made of the great assistance rendered by the ladies, who are certainly deserving of high commendation for their successful eliorts. Much interest has been centred in the Sne roll of honor now displayed in the H.B. window in Broadway. It is the gift of the Midhirst Methodist Ladies' Guild and is a credit to the manufacturer and promoters. The list contains the names of 32 Midhirst young men who ha\ - gone to the front, and recognition by the ladies in this manner should act as an incentive to the dilatory young men to follow m the footsteps of others and also be honored with his name on the list.

The Cardiff people intend farewelling Private Stewart one night next week. Cardiff has a great name for hospitality and the approaching function should prove a memorable one. At Douglas on Friday an inquest was held concerning the death of an infant Lily Alice Gillard, daughter of Thomas and Elizabeth Gillard. Mr. E. Walter, J.P., was acting-coroner.. The evidence showed that the child had been ailing and had received medical treatment, but on Thursday became worse and died suddenly. A verdict of death from natural causes was returned, the jury also passing a motion of condolence with the bereaved parents.

Mrs. A. W. Budge, secretary of the Ladies' Patriotic Committee, has received sums of £2 12s from the Kiore ladies. and £2 collected by Mrs. 11. E. Abraham for the Red Cross funds.

Mr. B. J. (Peters' jewellery sale wHI soon be at an end. Prices have been considerably reduced in the many lines ho is carrying. When next in Broadway hint take notice of the superb jewellery He is offering at such low fibres tiiat should ensure a ready sale Uifts suitable for wedding presentations, farewell wristlet watches, engagement souvenir!!, etc., arc all there awaiting the buyers Don't neglect this opportunity—Advt. Easily the best place in town for toys for children is Mr. C. E. James' warehouse. Whilst the kiddies are catered for the adult is not forgotten and the shelves are crowded with fancy goods so dear to the heart of the ladies. La' dies' leather goods, jewellery, etc., arc in great variety, whilst "smokes" for father (and pipes, too) are in every brand.